A Full Step By Step
According to Deborah Flanagan, a popular reflexologist, people can get rid of the pain by simply massaging certain spots on their hands. Furthermore, this method might even prove useful for dealing with constipation, back pains, sinus blockage, fatigue, and diminished libido.
Here is how you can try this method to treat some parts of the body that cause pain.
Step 1
Use some moisturizer or cream of your choosing and apply it on the hands. Massage your hands with the cream until it has been completely absorbed. Next, relax the hands so that they will be more flexible.
Note: Don’t use a slippery or greasy cream. It will make it difficult to massage specific points on the hand.
Step 2
Choose an area best suited for the type of pain according to the picture. Focus specifically on that area and massage it for a couple of minutes. Start by massaging the spot for six seconds, followed by a three-second pause, and continue massaging the spot for a few minutes.
Step 3
Follow the guidelines shown in the picture to locate the pain to treat it properly.
Step 4
Keep pressing the reflex point firmly and slowly increase the pressure after some time. This will activate the reflex and soothe some of the pain.
Step 5
Hold some pressure on the spot for about 30 seconds and release.
Step 6
Take a break after every pressure and keep repeating the process as much or as little as you may like.
Step 7
With the thumb apply light pressure with a circular motion on the spot for five seconds. Next, rotate in a circular motion in the opposite direction again for five seconds.
Step 8
Relax for half an hour and drink some water to get rid of the toxins from the body.
Why Magnesium is the Most Powerful Relaxation Mineral Known to Man!
How to Stop Losing and Start Getting More Magnesium
There is a nutrient which is actually a weapon against almost most illnesses and diseases. In addition, you should know that around half of Americans are actually unaware that they are deficient in this powerful nutrient. Magnesium takes part in hundreds of functions in the human’s body.
As a matter of fact, The Journal of Intensive Care Medicine published a study according to which this deficiency makes you twice as likely to die in comparison to other people.
In addition, it accounts for a long list of diseases and symptoms, which are easily treated with the help of this nutrient. This nutrient is an antidote to stress, and it’s the most potent relaxation mineral in the world which can immensely improve your sleep.
Intrigued? Read on, to find out more.
The Importance of This Mineral
This powerful relaxation mineral is actually magnesium. You should know that anything which is stiff, tight, crampy or irritable, no matter whether we are talking about mood or a body part is actually a sign of deficiency in magnesium.
You should know that this mineral is responsible for more than 300 enzyme reactions. Moreover, it is part of all tissues but is mainly found in the brain, bones, and muscles.
You must have magnesium in the cells in order to produce energy, to stabilize membranes, relax the muscles and for different chemical pumps to work.
This mostly ignored mineral is not a drug, although in some cases it’s even more powerful in comparison to some drugs. As a matter of fact, magnesium is used in hospitals for emergency and life-threatening situations such as heart failure and seizures.
Symptoms of Magnesium Deficiency
ADD
Muscle twitches or cramps
Angina
Insomnia
Autism
Irritability
Anxiety
Sensitivity to loud noises
Asthma
Palpitations
Chronic fatigue
Angina
Fibromyalgia
Migraines
Headaches
Constipation
Trouble swallowing
Kidney stones
Reflux
Obesity
Menstrual cramps
High blood pressure
Diabetes
Irritable bowel syndrome
Osteoporosis
Irritable bladder
PMS
More About Magnesium Deficiency
You should know that magnesium deficiency links to higher CPR levels and inflammation. In fact, around 65 % of the people who are admitted to the intensive care, and approximately 15 % of the general population have a deficiency in magnesium.
The Reason Why We Are Deficient in Magnesium
The reason is actually very simple, most of us follow a diet which doesn’t contain magnesium. In fact, most of us eat a refined, highly-processed diet which is mostly based on dairy, meat and white flour. These ingredients above mentioned don’t contain magnesium.
Another reason is the fast and unhealthy pace of life. That actually makes us lose the small amount of magnesium we get from our diet.
Usually, the levels of magnesium are decreased by excess coffee, alcohol, salt, profuse sweating, phosphoric acid in colas, intense or prolonged stress. Moreover, because of diuretics, antibiotics, intestinal parasites, excessive menstruation and chronic diarrhea.
As a matter of fact, according to one study in Kosovo, people who were under chronic stress due to the war actually lost significant amounts of magnesium in their urine.
The fact that magnesium is quickly lost and poorly absorbed from our bodies further complicates things.
How to Stop Losing and Start Getting More Magnesium
Stop Losing Magnesium
Learn to relax, find an activity which relaxes you and commit to it.
Consult your doctor in order to find out if your prescribed drugs are causing the loss of magnesium. In fact, any diuretics and drugs for high blood pressure lead to magnesium loss.
Limit the intake of alcohol, coffee, sugar, colas, and salt.
Eat Magnesium-Rich Foods
In order to get sufficient amount of magnesium, you need to ensure to include magnesium-rich foods in your diet on a daily basis.
Include These Following Foods in Your Diet
Garlic
Kelp
Soybeans
Wheat Bran
Dandelion greens
Buckwheat
Barley
Wheat germ
Beans
Almonds
Shrimp
Parsley
Avocado
Cashews
Collard greens
Dates
Figs
Brown rice
Brazil Nuts
Rye
Tofu
Dulse
Pecans
Millet
Walnuts
Filberts
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13 Alternatives to Viagra That Won't Fall Flat
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13 Alternatives to Viagra That Won't Fall Flat
Viagra is a multi-billion dollar blockbuster drug, but it has serious side effects. Thankfully evidence-based natural alternatives abound...
Erectile dysfunction is no trivial matter. In fact, Dr. Mercola correctly labeled it 'the canary in the trousers,' insofar as dysfunction 'where it counts' reflects body-wide endothelial dysfunction, a well known precursor to cardiovascular disease.
But putting aside its importance for overall health, the male ego depends in large part on the ability to 'get it up,' and when things don't work out as planned, quite a lot can go wrong as far as intimacy is concerned. It has been said that when sexual issues emerge in a relationship, they take on 90% importance, but when they aren't an issue, they only figure 10% in the overall success of the relationship.
Men, especially in the 35-45 range, also are faced with what is known as andropause, as the levels of key 'erotic' hormones such as testosterone and human growth human start to take a precipitous decline.
The pharmaceutical industry has capitalized heavily on this 'change of life' phase, with Viagra taking on a 'pole position' for several decades. But these pharmaceuticals have severe, if not sometimes deadly side effects. All the more reason why natural alternatives are in great need today.
So, what does the 'hard evidence' itself have to say on the topic of natural alternatives. Take a moment to look at what we have found:
L-arginine: #1 on the list is the amino acid l-arginine. A precursor to nitric oxide, this conditionally non-essential amino acid is especially important in times of trauma or stress. What makes is 'conditionally essential' is that while the body can normally produce adequate quantities, during times of stress (including burn trauma), the body is unable to produce sufficient quantities, at which time supplementation is of key importance. Also, when the arteries undergo what is called 'endothelial dysfunction,' and are incapable of dilating sufficiently, adding additional l-arginine can correct the condition by inducing nitric oxide up-regulation, subsequently increasing blood flow, which can lead to resolution of cardiovascular dysfunction, including erectile dysfunction. We have indexed no less than six clinical studies on l-arginine, either alone or in combination with another nutraceutical, indicating it can contribute to a reversal of erectile dysfunction. You can view the studies here.
Pycnogenol: This amazing substance has a wide range of health benefits. In fact, we have indexed over 80 evidence-based health applications here. When it comes to erectile dysfunction, pycnogenol figures as a profound synergist, working to amplify the benefits of l-arginine to the point where two separate clinical studies found the combination highly effective and safe in resolving erectile dysfunction.[1][2]
Panax Ginseng: This amazing Asian herb has been used for thousands of years to increase stamina and longevity. There is now a sizable body of scientific evidence supporting its traditional folkoric use, with a 2008 meta-analysis of the extant research on the topic, which looked at 7 randomized clinical trials to ascertain its value in erectile dysfunction, concluding: "Collectively these RCTs provide suggestive evidence for the effectiveness of red ginseng in the treatment of erectile dysfunction."[3]
Maca: this South American tuber, both a food and medicine, and long identified as a means to increasing fertility and libido in both men and woman, was found in a 2009 clinical trial to have a significant effect "...on subjective perception of general and sexual well-being in adult patients with mild ED."[4]
Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia): Like most traditional herbs, Tongkat Ali has had a variety of traditional uses, including as an "antimalarial, aphrodisiac, antidiabetic, antimicrobial, and antipyretic [fever-reducer]."[5] As far as its libido enhancing properties, two preclinical trials have found it effective in the animal model at improving sexual performance, confirming its aphrodisiacal properites.[6],[7]
Saffron: this sacred spice, highly prized as both a culinary ingredient and medicine, has been studied to have significant effects in reversing erectile dysfunction at doses of 200 mg a day. A 2009 study found: "Saffron showed a positive effect on sexual function with increased number and duration of erectile events seen in patients with ED even only after taking it for ten days."[8]
Yohimbe: This potent herb has been found effective when combined with l-arginine to improve erectile dysfunction. A 2002 study concluded: "oral administration of the L-arginine glutamate 6g and 6 mg yohimbine combination is effective in improving erectile function in patients with mild to moderate ED."[9] [Warning: Yohimbe and its active ingredient yohimbine is a potent nutraceutical with possible severe side effects such as hypertension. It is advisable to use it only under the guidance of a physician or medical herbalist to avoid possible side effects, especially if already using prescription drugs.]
Tribulis: This potent herb has libido enhancing properties for both men and women. We recently featured a study showing it helps women to increase their libido. The preclinical research on male libido is promising, with no less than three studies indicating its benefits for erectile dysfunction.[10],[11],[12]
Green Tea: A highly provocative animal study from 2008 indicates that green tea may address both the origin of erectile dysfunction by diminishing atherosclerotic progression in the corpus cavernosum of the male rat penis, subsequently indicating improvement in both erectile dysfunction and cardiovascular health.[13] This is, in fact, not the first study to show that green tea can correct endothelial dysfunction.[14]
Exercise: One of the best ways to improve your body image, self-esteem, and sexual vitality is through exercise. A 2009 study found that physical inactivity contributes to erectile dysfunction – essentially a no-brainer.[15]
A Sense of Humor: Living life with a negative attitude, especially when afflicted with a health condition, doesn't reflect well as far as sexuality is concerned. A remarkable 2008 study found that viewing humorous films in patients with atopic dermatitis leads to short-term improvement of erectile dysfunction.[16] While we don't know for sure if this study extends to everyone with the condition, it is instructive, perhaps, to look at a degree of levity and light-heartedness as an essential precondition to alleviating some degree of sexual dysfunction. Sex should be fun, right? So lighten up by increasing you humor and joy, whenever possible.
AVOID STATIN DRUGS: One of the primary precepts of functional medicine is to avoid the cause of disease, rather than just suppress the symptoms. Statin drugs are well-known to adversely affect the male gonads, as well as reducing both testosterone and libido, leading to the well known consequence of statin-induced erectile dysfunction. Take a look at these 7 clinical studies if you need convincing that this side effect is read. Were statins effective at preventing heart disease, it would be difficult to reject them. But the fact that they are cardiotoxic makes it all the more questionable to continue on them, especially considering the severe quality of life issues they generate, including erectile dysfunction. Please share with your physician our research page on the 300+ adverse effects of statins to come up with a more reasonable approach to cardiovascular disease prevention.
AVOID Anti-Depressants: Perhaps surprisingly, antidepressant drugs have been found to be a major cause of sexual dysfunction. A 2006 study found that selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), e.g. Prozac, Paxil, are associated with sexual dysfunction in 95.6% of women and 97.9% men.[17] What a misnomer! What could be more depressing than killing your sexual desire with a pharmaceutical Band-Aid?
Ultimately, sexual dysfunction begins in the brain. Nothing can eliminate a dysfunctional relationship or a lack of intimacy that often follows from it. While natural interventions exist – Ginseng, Arginine, Tribulus, etc. – it should be remembered that that erectile dysfunction stems from more than just physiological issues. A lack of desire may reflect a lack of appreciation for one's own self, body image, or sense of sensuality. Nonetheless, it is good to know that alternatives to pharmaceuticals like Viagra exist, and are evidence-based, safer and time-tested. Moreover, it is important to acknowledge that the 'canary in the trousers' often reflects cardiovascular dysfunction body-wide, and the best way to address that is through a radical transformation of the diet, focusing on a grain and dairy-free ancestral diet rich in high nutrient, low carbohydrate vegetables, tubers and fruits and berries, as well as high quality natural fats and protein sources that are consistent with our biological heritage.
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How WHOLE Turmeric Heals The Damaged Brain
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How Whole Turmeric Heals The Damaged Brain
Long considered impossible to accomplish, new research reveals how a simple spice might contribute to the regeneration of the damaged brain.
Turmeric is hands down one of the, if not the, most versatile healing spice in the world with over 600 experimentally confirmed health benefits, and an ancient history filled with deep reverence for its seemingly compassionate power to alleviate human suffering.
But, most of the focus over the past decade has been centered on only one of its many hundreds of phytocompounds: namely, the primary polyphenol in turmeric known as curcumin which gives the spice its richly golden hue. This curcumin-centric focus has lead to the development of some very good products, such as phospholipid bound curcumin concentrate (e.g. Meriva, BCM-95) which greatly helps to increase the absorption and bio-activity of curcumin. But, curcumin isolates are only capable of conferring a part of turmeric's therapeutic power – and therein lies the limitation and hubris of the dominant 'isolate the active ingredient' model.
Indeed, it has become typical within the so-called nutraceutical industry to emulate the pharmaceutical model, which focuses on identifying a particular "monochemical" tree within the forest of complexity represented by each botanical agent, striving to standardize the delivery of each purported 'active ingredient' with each serving, as if it were a pharmaceutical drug. These extraction and isolation processes also generates proprietary formulas which are what manufacturers want to differentiate their product from all others and henceforth capture a larger part of the market share; a value proposition that serves the manufacturer and not the consumer/patient.
Truth be told, there is no singular 'magic bullet' in foods and herbs responsible for reproducing the whole plant's healing power. There are, in fact, in most healing plants or foods hundreds of compounds orchestrated by the intelligent 'invisible hand' of God or 'Nature,' or whatever you wish to call it, and which can never be reduced to the activity of a singularly quantifiable phytocompound or chemical.
Beyond The Curcumin 'Magic Bullet' Meme
Now, an exciting new study published in the journal Stem Cell Research & Therapy provides additional support for the concept that curcumin alone is not enough to explain the healing power of turmeric as a whole plant. The study found that a little known, fat-soluble component within turmeric – Ar-tumerone – may make "a promising candidate to support regeneration in neurologic disease."
Titled, "Aromatic-turmerone induces neural stem cell proliferation in vitro and in vivo," German researchers evaluated the effects of this turmeric-derived compound on neural stem cells (NSCs) – the subgroup of brain cells capable of continuous self-renewal required for brain repair.
The study found that when brain cells were exposed to ar-tumerone, neural stem cells increased in number through enhanced proliferation. Moreover, these newly formed neural stem cells also increased the number of fully differentiated neuronal cells, indicating a healing effect was taking place. This effect was also observed in a live animal model, showing that rats injected with ar-tumerone into their brains experienced increases in neural stem cell proliferation and the creation of newly formed healthy brain cells.
This study did not go unnoticed by major medical news channels. Here are some good reviews if you wish to explore the implications in greater depth:
Newsweek: Curry Power: Turmeric Compound Boosts Growth of Brain's Stem Cells
Guardian Liberty Voice: Turmeric Cure Evidence Grows
Monthly Prescribing Reference: Turmeric May Help Regenerate Brain Cells
Times of Malta: Turmeric Link to Brain Cell Repair
Medical Daily: Turmeric Helps Your Brain Heal Itself: Spice Up Your Brain
The GreenMedInfo.com Turmeric Database Confirms It's Brain-Saving Power!
As you may already know, our database is the world's most extensive open access natural medical database on over 1,800 different natural substances, with over 1600 study abstracts on turmeric's healing properties indexed thus far: view the Turmeric research page here to view! If you take a look at the laundry list of over 600 diseases that this spice (or its components, e.g. curcumin) has been studied for to prevent and/or treat, the sheer volume of supportive literature is astounding. Amazingly, we have identified over 180 physiological pathways – according to their conventional pharmacological characterization, e.g. COX-2 inhibitor, Interleukin 6 down-regulator – by which turmeric or its components heals the human body. In addition, you will find over 100 articles on turmeric's neuroprotective properties on this page: Turmeric as a Neuroprotective agent.
The research clearly indicates that turmeric is a great brain supportive plant. For a more layperson oriented review, read the following articles:
How Turmeric Can Save the Aging Brain From Dementia
Turmeric Produces 'Remarkable' Recovery in Alzheimer's Patients
The Spice That Prevents Fluoride From Destroying Your Brain
How To Get The Most Out of Your Turmeric
One of the most frequent questions we field is 'what is the best type of turmeric or curcumin to use'? Obviously, given the aforementioned research, the whole plant is going to carry a wider range of therapeutic compounds than curcumin alone. And yet, most have been heavily enculturated to focus entirely on the 'how much' question, opting to identify the molecular weight (i.e. how many milligrams in a serving) of a particular compound as more important than the qualitative dimensions (e.g. is it organic? It is delivered within its natural context as food or a whole plant?) which reflect the type of nutrigenomic information the substance contains, and therefore the 'intelligence' it embodies. To learn more about the intelligence of food watch my e-course 'The Wisdom of Food.'
And really, there is no generic answer to a generic question about the best way to take turmeric/curcumin. The question always comes from an individual with a particular need, and so, recommendations must be bio-individualized.
For instance, if you have colonic inflammation or polyps, and you are trying to use turmeric to reduce inflammation there or regress precancerous growths, then using the whole plant is best versus a highly bioavailable form of curcumin in capsule form (e.g. Meriva), for instance, which will likely be absorbed by the small intestine and mostly pass through the liver never getting adequate quantities to the large intestine. So, in this person's case taking a teaspoon of relatively difficult to absorb turmeric may result in painting the diseased surfaces of that person's intestinal or colonic lumen with exactly the form needed to reverse disease.
But what if you have someone who wants to experience a systemic effect, say, for arthritis or for brain cancer? In these instances, getting turmeric compounds such as curcumin through the glucuronidation barrier in the liver with a phospholipid-bound or black pepper (piperine) combination could be ideal. There is certainly a place for the 'nutraceutical' model when properly applied, especially when provided as an adjuvant to the pharmaceutical model within an integrative medical setting.
Ultimately, the goal is not to wait to have such a serious health problem that you have to force yourself to take a 'heroic dose' of any herb or food extract. Better is to use small amounts in culinary doses in combination with ingredients that synergize on a physiochemical/informational and sensual basis (producing the all important vitamin P [pleasure] as well!). Recently we actually featured a study that showed culinary doses of rosemary helped improve memory whereas higher 'heroic' doses impaired it!
This is why exploring the use of turmeric in curries, or by adding a pinch in a smoothie, may be an ideal daily supplementation approach, versus capsules, whose questionably 'natural' capsules and excipients all can add up to cause some stress on the liver you are trying to protect with these natural interventions. Just remember quality is everything and less is more!
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